Daily Briefing: Calm Waters Amid US Holiday
Feb 16, 2026 (Mon) | Morning Market Wrap
📢 Notice: US Markets Closed for Presidents’ Day
Today, February 16, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ are closed in observance of Presidents’ Day. Bond markets are also closed, leading to a temporary lull in global capital flows. Normal trading hours will resume on Tuesday.
📊 Market Recap: Tech Resilience Holds
Despite last week’s hot CPI data, US stocks finished Friday with a modest rebound. AI-driven optimism seems to be providing a cushion against the “higher for longer” interest rate concerns.
📌 Key Stats (As of Feb 13 Close)
- Nasdaq: 22,546.67 (▲0.2% Rebound)
- S&P 500: 6,836.17 (▲0.05% Flat)
- Spot Gold: $5,031.52 (▲2.2% Surge, Safe Haven Demand)
📅 What’s Ahead: A “Big Week” for AI
After today’s break, the market’s full attention will shift toward Nvidia’s earnings on Thursday. This report is widely considered the ultimate test for the sustainability of the current AI-led bull market.
| Date | Key Event | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 18 | FOMC Minutes | Fed’s Sentiment |
| Feb 19 | Nvidia Earnings | AI Sector Driver |
💡 Investor’s Note:
With US markets closed, Asian indices might experience lower volatility today. Use this quiet period to review your portfolio’s fundamentals and prepare scenarios for potential volatility surrounding Nvidia’s results later this week.
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